Backyard Goats

The Gift of Rennet

March 14, 2019 · Backyard Goats Contributor · Home Dairy

Back in 2002, I had the privilege of touring France with a group consisting mostly of amateur and professional cheesemakers from all over the U.S. And it was on this tour that I began to develop a deeper understanding of the true importance and value of rennet.

Butterkäse

March 14, 2019 · Backyard Goats Contributor · Home Dairy

The mild flavor and soft texture make this an ideal cheese for the table. I am sure that a lot of those requests that came to me for this recipe came from folks who grew up with this as the “go to” cheese at home when young (or not so young).

Making Goat Cheese with Surplus Milk

March 14, 2019 · Kate Johnson · Home Dairy

Got Milk? Make Cheese! Making goat cheese is an easy way to use that surplus milk for your family.

How to Make Feta Cheese

March 14, 2019 · Marissa Ames · Home Dairy

Some hard cheeses are intimidating, but feta doesn’t need to be. Making feta cheese is a simple way to practice for more complicated recipes.

Understanding Cultures Used for Making Cheese at Home

March 14, 2019 · Marissa Ames · Home Dairy

Add to Favorites Though people have been making cheese at home for millennia, the rules changed with pasteurization. Here’s how to use cultures for safe and successful dairy products. Pieces …